Shelter Veterinary

Los Angeles, CA

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Pharmacy End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lotOn-site parkingPaid street parking
Appointments
Appointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Overview

Shelter Veterinary is proud to welcome Dr. Gary Adams to the team! Serving the Los Angeles and Santa Monica areas for over 20 years, Dr. Adams is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for your pets

Value Vet Inc. is a family owned company that has been in operation since January of 2000, and opened Shelter Veterinary in 2009

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital X-Ray imaging

Services in detail

Wellness ExamsMicrochippingSurgeryVaccinationsDigital X-RaysDental CareHealth Certificates for Travel

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri 9:00 am – 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm; Sat - Sun Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Shelter Veterinary accepting new patients?+

Yes — Shelter Veterinary is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Shelter Veterinary offer?+

Shelter Veterinary offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Pharmacy, End Of Life.

When was Shelter Veterinary established?+

Shelter Veterinary has served the Los Angeles, CA community since 2009.

What reviewers say

65% Positive sentiment
based on 202 reviews

The practice offers affordable veterinary services with an experienced and compassionate primary veterinarian who provides thorough explanations and patient care. Front desk staff members are frequently noted as helpful and kind, though communication challenges, difficulty reaching the office by phone, and extended wait times in the waiting room are common. While many clients appreciate the reasonable pricing and attentive medical attention, others report concerns regarding unexpected fees, post-surgical complications, and inconsistent service quality during busy periods.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood With Anxious Pets

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.